First Steps has reached a pivotal point in its theatrical run as second-weekend numbers confirm a significant drop after its $117.6 million debut. Early estimates show a decline of more than 60%. The film now faces growing competition from new releases.

Marvel's first family stumbled in theaters in its second weekend, but still held on to the top spot at the box office. “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” earned $40 million from 4,125 North American theaters,

The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set during the 1960s, unlike its predecessors, which were set during modern times and don't tell their origin stories. In addition to that, the film ( alongside Thunderbolts) has also set the stage for Avengers: Doomsday, which is set for a December 2026 release.